quasi
Example Sentences
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For the first time, astronomers had observed a supernova producing a quasi periodic signal that increased in frequency, forming a "chirp."
From Science Daily
The chip uses a collective resonance known as a quasi bound state in the continuum to trap and intensify the incoming infrared light across the whole surface.
From Science Daily
That added to a quasi “gold rush” among investors who understandably hungered for a piece of the action.
From MarketWatch
Quango stands for quasi autonomous non-governmental organisations, which means they are taxpayer-funded but not directly controlled by central government, and include watchdogs as well as the prison service and the Bank of England.
From BBC
Similarly, a “reciprocal access agreement,” or RAA, would make the Philippines Japan’s third “quasi ally” along with Australia and the United Kingdom, according to Japanese broadcaster NHK.
From Washington Times
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